The Press Box.

Nfl Bans Throat-slash Gesture

Woodson Charged In Snowball Fight

The NFL cracked down on the throat-slash gesture Tuesday, threatening fines and penalties for an increasingly popular taunt that the league said depicted "an unacceptable act of violence."

A letter was sent to all 31 teams banning the gesture, in which a player draws his finger across his throat after a big play. It is aimed at opponents and sometimes opposing fans.

The gesture has been used in recent weeks by several stars, including Green Bay's Brett Favre.

- Denver police issued an arrest warrant for Oakland cornerback Charles Woodson for allegedly hitting a woman in the face with a snowball after Broncos fans pelted the Raiders with snowballs after Monday night's game. Police said the warrant was issued because authorities were unable to contact Woodson, who is charged with misdemeanor assault.

Police cited 13 people for throwing missiles--snowballs. They arrested eight for creating a disturbance and threw 50 fans out of the stadium.

No serious injuries were reported.

- Quarterback Erik Kramer's season ended when the San Diego Chargers placed him on injured reserve with a neck injury, and the team's medical staff has advised the 11-year veteran to retire.

- The San Francisco 49ers waived running back Lawrence Phillips, who was still serving a three-game suspension for defying the coaching staff.